Congratulations, Chef Wilson!

The Bicol Express made by a son of Albay, Chef  Wilson Quindo Tan and his TOP MEALS FOOD HAUS debuted at # 26 in the list of  50 Foods That Define The Philippines: From adobo to turon -- the best bites to be savored around the archipelago at CNN Global Experiences. Chef  Tan, who hails from Camalig, is a regular fixture during the Karangahan 2012 Festival. He is also part of the Culinaria Albay family. All hail to you, chef! You are a solid proof why it's more fun to be an Albayano.....

Pineda and Quimpo writes on CNN GO:

26. Bicol express

A fitting tribute to people who love coconut and spicy food is bicol express, a fiery chili, pork and coconut milk stew. Try it at the hole-in-the-wall eatery called Top Haus in Makati. Top Haus, 5994 J.D. Villena St., corner Mabini Street, Poblacion, Makati

Tea and Coffee at La Mia Tazza Only in Albay, Philippines

La Mia Tazza (All accompanying photos by Wilson Quindo Tan)

If you are in town, spend the lazy afternoon sipping hot coffee or tea while bonding with friends at La Mia Tazza..... only in Albay, Philippines.

Simply Sinful... Blueberry Cheesecake at Balay Cena Una in Albay, Philippines

Blueberry Cheesecake at Balay Cena Una (Photo by Wilson Quindo Tan)

Sinful, decadent, delectable, mouthwatering sweetness of Blueberry Cheesecake at Balay Cena Una. Words are not enough to describe this heavenly confection. Available at Balay Cena Una in Albay, Philippines.

Three Times the Taste... Three Times the Fun.. at Small Talk Cafe in Albay, Philippines

Three Faces of Pasta at Small Talk Cafe (Photo courtesy of Dennis Rito)

Small Talk Cafe, owned by Ms Dideth Peralta Factora and her family, remains as Albay's numero uno foodie destination. It's unique and homely ambiance matches well with its top-rate world class cuisines with an authentic Albayano touch. This is best typified by these appetizing and tempting triple pasta offerings (L-R): Pasta Pinangat, Bicol Express Pasta, Pili Basil Pasta, the three faces of Pasta only at Small Talk Cafe in Albay, Philippines.

It's More Fun In Albay Photo Series #10

Going nuts with Pili. More Fun in Albay (Photo by Sheen Vergara)

Canarium Ovatum popularly known as Pili is an abundant resource in Albay. Boil it and pair with its all-time partner, kuyog, or turn it to a delicious delicacy. Make a tart out of it, or turrones, or caramelized it. You may create pandelcillos or a pili bread. Your imagination will only be the limitation when dealing with this gem from Albay, the Pili.... Making it more FUN in ALBAY!

Culinaria Albay….. Why it’s more fun in Albay

Launched in December 2011, Culinaria Albay is one of the reasons why it’s #FUNtastyk in Albay and #ItsMoreFunInAlbay. Home of the world famous Bicol Express and Laing, Albay is a gastronomical haven that should be on top of every food connoisseur’s list. The photos below are more than enough compelling reasons to support such claim….

 Spicy Laing (Photo by Wilson Quindo Tan)

 Pritong Galunggong sa Dahon ng Saging (Photo courtesy of Wilson Quindo Tan)

 Ginataang Langka with Alimango (Photo courtesy of Wilson Quindo Tan)

With mouthwatering cuisines like these, it’s definitely more fun in Albay.  bon appetit!!!!